"U.S is not too much better."
On some issues, yes. On this, no. There wouldn't be a seconds thought from the vast majority of people. Certainly no police showing up and telling people what they can think.
Stop the incrementalism against the 2nd amendment, and all the others will be fade into obscurity.
Governments and police like in England feel emboldened when the subjects give up their sovereignty (i.e. the 2nd Amendment). They are more polite and respectful when most ctizens are armed.